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The Magazine of Centenary University Fall 2019 CENTENARIAN SCIENCES AT CENTENARY New programs for emerging careers INSIDE INTRODUCING CENTENARY’S 14TH PRESIDENT THE MOMENT UNIVERSITY NEWS IN THIS ISSUE University Presidents. He retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of lieutenant colonel. His DEPARTMENTS wife, Jeanne, is also a veteran, retiring from the University News...1 U.S. Army with the rank of colonel. Dr. Murphy Athletics...12 taught leadership courses at West Point and was Class News and Notes...14 vice president for academic affairs at the U.S. Air Meet the Centenarian...21 Force’s Air University in Alabama. FEATURED IN THIS ISSUE “The University’s passion for excellence 4. Sciences at Centenary is evident everywhere you look, from its Science takes center stage dedicated faculty and students, to new in propelling careers. career-focused academic programs.” 8. Q&A Inside the process of creating a new core curriculum. His higher education career has also included 10. Greatest Good teaching posts at Vanderbilt University and Five great reasons to support Centenary Mercyhurst College, where he was the founding University. director of the Master of Science in Organizational Leadership program and chair of the Walker School of Business. In addition, he was the founding dean of the School of Business and professor of management at Point Park University. Dr. Murphy earned a doctorate in educational A New Era Begins leadership from Vanderbilt University, master’s degrees from Teachers College at Columbia The Centenary University Board of Trustees has University and the University of Southern appointed Bruce Murphy, Ed.D., as the University’s California, and a bachelor’s degree from the 14th president. Dr. Murphy will begin his tenure at ON THE COVER University of California at Berkeley. Centenary on Jan. 1. Field work for pre-vet students Wolfgang Gstattenbauer ’84/13 HA, chair includes career exploration at the “I’m very impressed with the Centenary of the Centenary University Board of Trustees, Six Flags Great Adventure Safari. Family University community,” Dr. Murphy said following noted that a thorough presidential search process his appointment. “The University’s passion for HOW TO REACH US resulted in more than 70 applicants for the excellence is evident everywhere you look, from Editorial Offices First position. The search committee was particularly Email: its dedicated faculty and students, to new career- impressed with Dr. Murphy’s extensive faith.linsky Cyclone pride was front focused academic programs. I’m grateful for @centenaryuniversity.edu background in higher education administration (908) 852-1400, ext. 2250 and center on Family Day, the board’s confidence in selecting me to lead and thoughtful insights into growing Centenary an autumn tradition at Centenary University into a new era.” University, he added: “While the board considered Editorial & Design Services Centenary University. Erbach Communications Group An experienced higher education leader, Dr. several strong candidates, Dr. Murphy impressed This year’s event featured Murphy served as the fifth president of Nicholls us, drawing on his leadership at other higher /centenaryuniversity fun for all ages, including ponies, crafts, games, a State University in Louisiana and is currently education institutions to present a thoughtful plan @Centenary_NJ wine & chocolate tasting, a consultant with the Registry for College and to lead Centenary University into a strong future.” /edu/centenary- and a family tailgate university-18854 before men’s and women’s @centenaryuniversity soccer wins. Centenary University 1 UNIVERSITY NEWS Meet Centenary University’s Class of 2023: Back to smart, motivated, and ready to work hard to achieve their RISING IN THE RANKINGS Future U dreams. Read on to learn why these first-year School There’s great news on the college rankings front for Centenary University. This fall, students already value the University’s sharp career focus, Enrollment in Centenary University’s four well-known sources cited the University for excellent academic programs and the friendly campus, and strong professional networks. THE FUTURE U graduate programs is increasing, as economic outcomes of graduates. more adults are returning to college In this year’s U.S. News & World Report rankings, Centenary placed 34th among Top Game Changer Logical Career Path for advanced degrees to propel their Performers on Social Mobility—Regional Universities North. New in 2020, this category Hackettstown resident Erin When Kelly Avelino Valenzuela careers to the next level. A growing recognizes schools that are successful in advancing the social mobility of economically Nappi ’23 has set her sights on ‘23 began to explore her Future number of working professionals are challenged students through programs that support retention and, ultimately, lead to a career working for the NFL U in forensic science, one discovering that Centenary meets higher graduation rates. Centenary also climbed 23 places in U.S. News & World Report’s or MLB. She chose Centenary university appeared in all of her their needs for convenience and Best Colleges—Regional Universities North category. for its renowned sports and searches: Centenary University. affordability, according to Jenna Within New Jersey, Centenary was named sixth-best among the state’s colleges and entertainment management An honor student at Dover Racioppi ’09, associate director of universities by the personal finance website, WalletHub. The website’s annual rankings concentration within the High School, Valenzuela looked graduate programs. determine the top-performing schools at the lowest possible cost to undergraduates, Business Department. As at other programs, but kept Centenary recently introduced considering data including selectivity, student-faculty ratio, cost and financing, two new graduate education a high school senior, she circling back to Centenary, graduation rate, and career outcomes. programs, English as a Second attended the University’s where the University’s Bachelor In addition, NJBIZ named Centenary among the top three Language (ESL) endorsement and annual Sports Management Conference, a student-run event of Science in Forensic Science combines studies in criminal MBA programs in the state, based on the votes of readers. The a Learning Disabilities Teacher featuring representatives from professional sports teams, justice and forensics with a strong science focus. Students University’s third-place ranking reflects the excellence of its MBA Consultant (LDT-C) endorsement. including many Centenary alumni. Nappi was named this graduate with real-world training they can immediately apply program and the high level of satisfaction of alumni and students. The ESL program is a five-course year’s Hackettstown Scholar, an honor that includes full tuition in the lab and out in the field. “I knew I wanted to go into Centenary is also the only New Jersey institution included in sequence that provides graduates for four years of study at Centenary. She says, “I knew that I forensic science, and I wanted to be close to home,” she says. “I Study.com’s listing of the Best Online Business Degree Programs, with ESL certification, while the wanted to go into the business aspect of sports, and Centenary just love the small atmosphere here. My career path is starting spotlighting 50 online programs across the nation. The annual LDT-C endorsement encompasses ranking recognizes universities for high quality business programs that are accessible has a great program. The graduates all said that Centenary at Centenary.” nine courses and teaches and affordable. really set them up for their careers.” professionals to diagnose and Educated Choice correct learning disabilities. Vice President for Academic Affairs Amy D’Olivo, Ph.D., noted, “This recognition Best of Both Worlds Centenary University’s “I often remind prospective reinforces Centenary’s excellent reputation, underscoring the things students value For Patrick Milam ’23, outstanding Education students that graduate school is an most about the University. With generous financial aid packages, as well as ample academics and athletics Department first drew investment into their future,” said academic and career support, Centenary offers an educational experience that elevates intersect at Centenary Hackettstown resident Delaney Racioppi, who has worked with the the career goals of each and every student.” University. A lacrosse player at Stewart ’23 to take a look at her graduate population at Centenary Voorhees High School, Milam hometown University. And for the last six years. “I always ask knew he wanted to continue with good reason: Centenary students, ‘Where do you see yourself his athletic career in college. is part of a 75-district network five or 10 years from now?’” A visit to Centenary sealed of schools whose members Centenary offers frequent his choice. “I met the lacrosse provide internships and graduate information sessions for coach and really fell in love field experiences for Centenary students. Plus, more than adults to explore the University’s with the program and campus,” the Lebanon, N.J., resident 60 principals, superintendents, directors, and supervisors— programs and speak one-on-one Learning Revolution World-renowned scholar Cathy N. Davidson, Ph.D., headlined recalls. Looking toward his Future U, Milam is leaning toward including most of the principals in Warren County—have with a graduate enrollment counselor this fall’s Gates-Ferry Distinguished